Table 2.

Sample responses to team questions

QuestionSample responses
a) How can you decrease consumption of fossil fuels for heating, cooling and household activities?Wear heavier clothing when it is cold/lighter clothing when it is warm
Lobby University and landlords to install heat pumps, solar panels and other alternative energy technologies
b) How can you decrease consumption of fossil fuels for transportation?Bike and take public transportation when possible
Buy locally produced products and foods
Live close to school, work, shopping, etc.
c) How can you decrease deforestation to raise crops?Create meal plans and shopping lists to reduce food waste
Use smaller plates and trays in dining halls to reduce food waste
Grow vegetables and fruits in backyards, pots and window boxes
d) How can you decrease deforestation to raise animals?Eat less meat, especially beef
Use meat as an ingredient in an entree, rather than as a main dish
e) How can you decrease deforestation for raw materials?Give up precious gems – e.g. diamonds
Lobby the University and others to not invest in companies that mine diamonds
Demand/buy smaller houses
f) How can you decrease deforestation for housing?Demand/buy smaller houses/dwellings
Demand/build houses closer together
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